Join us for a relaxing evening of flower arranging with certified Ikebana instructor, Terry Chang. Flowers will be provided, and participants should bring a shallow container about 3 inches deep, and a pin frog of at least 2 inches (these can be purchased at Michael's).
Class size is limited to 10, and registration is required. Sign up at the Information Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. For more information on the class call Jean or Joanne at 908-369-2200 ext 22 or 25.
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Evening Movie, August 21, An Inconvenient Truth
Join us August 21 at the Hillsborough Public Library for a showing of An Inconvenient Truth. This movie won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in February.
An Inconvenient Truth presents Al Gore's campaign to make the issue of global warming a recognized problem worldwide. Intertwining simple but harrowing statistics with personal reflections, Vice President Gore explains that the tools and methods to reverse the damage we have done are at hand, and that the economic consequences of tackling the problem are positive rather than negative.
The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Tuesday, August 21, at 7:00 PM
Running Time 100 minutes
Rated PG
An Inconvenient Truth presents Al Gore's campaign to make the issue of global warming a recognized problem worldwide. Intertwining simple but harrowing statistics with personal reflections, Vice President Gore explains that the tools and methods to reverse the damage we have done are at hand, and that the economic consequences of tackling the problem are positive rather than negative.
The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Tuesday, August 21, at 7:00 PM
Running Time 100 minutes
Rated PG
Afternoon Movie, August 21, Dreamgirls
The Hillsborough Public Library will be showing Dreamgirls on Tuesday, August 21, at 1:00 pm. Starring Beyonce, Jennifer Hudson, Eddie Murphy, and Jamie Foxx.
Don't miss this knockout movie musical about three girl singers who make it big in the movie industry, but along the way find that the price is sometimes too high to pay. As one critic said, "Jennifer Hudson is the kind of woman who can knock down a building just by singing at it!"
The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Seating is limited! Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Tuesday, August 21, at 1:00PM
Running Time 130 minutes
Rated PG-13
Book Discussion, August 14, An Inconvenient Truth
Join us as Librarian Laura Mellor leads a discussion of Al Gore's controversial book, An Inconvenient Truth, that took the country (and the world) by storm. What do you think? Does the book change your mind in any way? Are we destroying the planet, ourselves and our children? How can we alter the deadly direction in which we are heading? Are we heading in a deadly direction? A few years ago, we laughed at these dire concerns... now we're not so sure???
This popular nonfiction book is required reading for all Hillsborough students entering their sophomore year. Please join us for a stimulating discussion that is open to students and their families.
The book discussion is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Conference Room
When: Tuesday, August 14, at 7:00PM
This popular nonfiction book is required reading for all Hillsborough students entering their sophomore year. Please join us for a stimulating discussion that is open to students and their families.
The book discussion is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Conference Room
When: Tuesday, August 14, at 7:00PM
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Move Your Body, August 22
Join us for a fun, easy way to get aerobic exercise by following simple dance moves to soul-filled music from around the world. Start with yoga-like stretches to warm up and end feeling wonderfully relaxed. In a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, leave your thinking mind and come into the joy of moving your body. It includes and celebrates all types of bodies, people and energy levels. No yoga or dance experience required.
The results will have you feeling touched, renewed and invigorated.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Date and Time: Wednesday, August 22, 2007, at 7:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.
The results will have you feeling touched, renewed and invigorated.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Date and Time: Wednesday, August 22, 2007, at 7:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Book Discussion, August 9, March-by Geraldine Brooks
Join us for a discussion of Geraldine Brooks' prize-winning novel March.
March tells the story only hinted at in Little Women, following the father, Peter March, as he joins the Union army to fight the Civil War. Although March writes cheerful letters home, this book explains the harsh realities of war, and the cruelty and racism shown by both North and South.
The book discussion is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Conference Room
When: Thursday, August 9, at 7:00PM
March tells the story only hinted at in Little Women, following the father, Peter March, as he joins the Union army to fight the Civil War. Although March writes cheerful letters home, this book explains the harsh realities of war, and the cruelty and racism shown by both North and South.
The book discussion is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Conference Room
When: Thursday, August 9, at 7:00PM
Afternoon Movie, August 7, Music and Lyrics
The Hillsborough Public Library will be showing Music and Lyrics on Tuesday, August 7th, at 1:00 PM. Starring Hugh Grant and Drew Barrymore.
Alex is a washed-up '80s pop singer. Talented and charismatic, he gets a chance at a comeback when a reigning diva invites him to write and record a duet with her... but there's a problem. Alex hasn't written a song in years, he's never written lyrics, and he has to come up with a hit in a matter of days! Enter Sophie, whose flair for words strikes a chord with the struggling songwriter. But Sophie is reluctant to get involved, and as the chemistry heats up between these two, this delightful and romantic little film is the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon.
The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Seating is limited! Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Tuesday, August 7, at 1:00PM
Running Time 104 minutes
Running Time 104 minutes
Rated PG-13
Friday, July 06, 2007
The Secret to Successful Living, July 31
Please join us for a program on The Secret to Successful Living. The ability to achieve success is unlimited. However, many people settle for less than they want in life. High achievers know the secret of universal principles and how to tap into them in order to create the lives they desire. We will discuss how to apply these principles of success in your life.
Our speaker, Della Menechella, is a certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (a model of communications and business excellence), and has spent the last 21 years researching the details of success and peak performance strategies.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Date and Time: Tuesday, July 31, 2007, from 7:00-8:30 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.
Our speaker, Della Menechella, is a certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (a model of communications and business excellence), and has spent the last 21 years researching the details of success and peak performance strategies.
This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Date and Time: Tuesday, July 31, 2007, from 7:00-8:30 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.
Afternoon Movie, July 30, America's Sweethearts
The Hillsborough Public Library will be showing America's Sweethearts on Monday, July 30th, at 1:00 PM. Starring Julia Roberts, John Cusack, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Billy Crystal.
The dog days of summer are here, and what better way to spend them than watching this romantic comedy about true love, happily ever after, and other Hollywood endings.
The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Seating is limited! Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Monday, July 30, at 1:00PM
Running Time 103 minutes
Rated PG-13
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